Under workmans comp can a nurse use my blood to test with out my consent

This is governed by statute in Ohio. I would suggest your lawyer and you look at Ohio Rev. Code Section 4123.54. It is very specific as to this...

If I settle Worker's Comp claim, will Medicare put settlement money in a trust or will this affect my Medicare?

Settling a workers' compensation claim does not negate your benefits under the Medicare Program. However, this is a very complicated issue. ...

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Do I need a workers comp attorney

I always advise representation. You must remember that the BWC is always represented by in- house lawyers; similarly, your Employer has the option...

I was injured at work, a company that has never had a drug policy. I failed my post injury drug test.

I agree that additional information is probably necessary. The impact of a drug test as an impediment is set by statute; there are specific time...

Workman's comp claim- from previous employer who is not in business anymore. How do I treat this condition on re opening

Once a claim has been established and assuming that the statute of limitations has not run, you can reopen the claim both for medical treatment and...

Again, I think the advice offered by each of the above counsel is absolutely correct. Settling a claim can have absolute impact on benefits that...

How can you check if your claim # is still good, open, closed , etc

I agree with the advice offered by each of the earlier attorneys. If you have internet access, you can contact the BWC at www.bwc.ohio.gov.

Do I need a worker's compensation attorney to stand for me?

No injured worker is required to have counsel in order to participate in the Ohio workers' compensation system. Saying that, you should assume...